Comparison

Shortcut Remote Control vs GateSpy2.0

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Shortcut Remote Control

Control your Mac remotely using voice commands with Siri or custom workflows. Manage media playback, adjust volume, take screenshots, and automate tasks from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch.

Highlights
  • Siri voice control for Mac
  • Remote control via iPhone/iPad/Apple Watch
  • Customizable workflows with Shortcuts app
  • AppleScript integration
  • iCloud data syncing
  • Take screenshots remotely
Features
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If you've already purchased the Mac companion app, the iOS app is free to download. The iOS app and Mac app are bundled together as one price. With Shortcuts Remote you can connect remote-controlling your Mac with Siri. For example, tell Siri on your HomePod to mute the volume on your Mac. Or tell Siri on Apple Watch to pause Netflix on your Mac. Or use the Shortcuts app to create more sophisticated workflows – controlling every aspect of your Mac with the power of AppleScript. And the best thing: Shortcut Remote control even works from remote: All data is securely synced via iCloud. So you can even take a screenshot on your Mac while at the gym.

About

GateSpy2.0

Scan your network for open ports and identify potential security risks. Receive clear explanations and actionable steps to secure your connections. Ideal for home users, students, and IT professionals.

Highlights
  • IP address or hostname scanning
  • Open port discovery
  • Risk assessment for open ports
  • Actionable security hardening tips
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Educational network security insights
Features
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Welcome to Proactive Security In today's connected world, an unknown open port is an unlocked door. Open Window puts the power of a network security scan in your hands, making it simple to see what's exposed and understand what to do about it. How It Works: Scan: Enter an IP address or hostname. Open Window efficiently scans for common and critical open ports. Discover: Get a clear, organized report showing which ports are open and what services they typically run. Secure: This is the key feature. For each detected open port, receive plain-English explanations of the potential risk and concrete, step-by-step suggestions on how to secure it—whether that's configuring your router, adjusting firewall settings, or updating software. Key Features: Fast & Efficient Scans: Get results in seconds, not minutes. Risk-Assessed Results: Ports are often flagged with a simple risk indicator (e.g., Low, Medium, High) based on common vulnerabilities. Actionable Security Hardening Tips: Move from fear to action with guided recommendations. Clean, Intuitive Interface: Designed for both curious beginners and savvy pros. Educational Insights: Learn about ports, services, and network security as you use the app. Perfect For: Home users wanting to check their Wi-Fi network security. Tech enthusiasts and students learning about networking. Freelancers and IT professionals needing a quick diagnostic tool on the go. Take control of your network's perimeter. Download Open Window and start closing digital doors today.

Screenshots

Shortcut Remote Control4 screens
GateSpy2.04 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: GateSpy2.0 at Free against Shortcut Remote Control's $0.99. GateSpy2.0 also leads on rating (5.0 vs 2.6). Shortcut Remote Control's advantage is ratings volume (7 vs 1) and device support (4 vs 2). On ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

GateSpy2.0 is free to download; Shortcut Remote Control costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

GateSpy2.0 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shortcut Remote Control has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Shortcut Remote Control versus GateSpy2.0: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShortcut Remote ControlGateSpy2.0
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating2.6 (7 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerriedel.wtf apps S.L.Benjamin Smith

Customer experience

Shortcut Remote Control

All ratings7 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative50.0%

GateSpy2.0

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Shortcut Remote Control

No in-app purchases

None

GateSpy2.0

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shortcut Remote Control free?
Shortcut Remote Control costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is GateSpy2.0 free?
GateSpy2.0 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Shortcut Remote Control or GateSpy2.0?
GateSpy2.0 is rated higher. Shortcut Remote Control averages 2.6 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while GateSpy2.0 averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Shortcut Remote Control or GateSpy2.0 have ads?
Neither Shortcut Remote Control nor GateSpy2.0 shows ads.

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